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889 Benham Street

Hamden, Connecticut 06514

ACTIVE - NEW$279,000
Beds
3
Baths
1
SqFt
984
Acres
0.49
Year Built
1962
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About This Home

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 10/4 from 11:30-1:30pm Bring your vision and unlock the potential! Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for an affordable opportunity to build equity or an investor searching for your next project, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a great opportunity. Privately set on a .49-acre lot perched above the road, the property offers a peaceful setting while still providing convenient access to all that Hamden has to offer! Shopping, dining, schools, hiking and everyday conveniences. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors that can be refinished, along with a large 3 season family room addition 12x28 that provides additional space for entertaining or enjoying the private surroundings. A one + car garage adds convenience and storage. Downstairs also has the potential to finish a large room that can be a potential office space, family room, etc. 15x18. Several of the big-ticket items have already been addressed in recent years, including the furnace, roof, driveway, generator hookup and electrical service. The home is ready for updating and offers plenty of potential to renovate, customize, and add value. Shared driveway. Enjoy the best of both worlds-a private, elevated setting with convenient access to the surrounding community. A great opportunity for buyers willing to put in the work and create something special! Subject to Probate Court Approval. Please do not drive up driveway without an appointment. Being Sold AS-IS

Key Facts

City/Town
Hamden
Neighborhood
N/A
Property / Style
Single Family · Ranch
Year Built
1962
Days on Market
0 days
Beds
3
Baths
1 full
Living Area
984 sq ft
Lot Size
0.49 acres
Garage / Parking
1 garage
Property Taxes
$9,689 / Annually

Market Snapshot

The Hamden Market

Single Family · trailing 12 months

Median Days on Market

43

121 active listings

Median $ / Sq Ft

$241

121 active listings

Sale-to-List Ratio

100.0%

436 sales

How this home compares

List Price

$279,000

vs $375,000 median

25.6% below median

Price / Sq Ft

$284

vs $241 median

17.8% above median

Days on Market

0 days

vs 43 days median

43 days fresher than median

Based on 121 active and 436 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Hamden. Source: SmartMLS · As of October 2, 2026.

Location

889 Benham Street, Hamden, Connecticut

Property + 12 nearby

Estimate Your Payment

Estimated Monthly Payment

Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED
$2,427

per month

  • Principal & Interest$1,527
  • Property Taxes$807
  • Insurance$93
  • HOA$0

Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.

Location

City/Town
Hamden
Neighborhood
N/A
County
New Haven

Residence

Property Type
Single Family
Style
Ranch
Year Built
1962
New Construction
No/Resale
Living Area
984 sq ft

Schools

Elementary
Per Board of Ed
High
Per Board of Ed

Interior

Heating
Hot Air
Heat Fuel
Oil
Cooling
None
Appliances
Electric RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorDishwasher
Basement
Full

Exterior & Lot

Lot Size
0.49 acres
Zoning
R2
Garage / Parking
1 garage spaceUnder House Garage
Waterfront Details
Not Applicable
Water Source
Private Well
Sewer
Septic
Construction
Clapboard
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation
Concrete
Lot Description
SecludedLightly WoodedTreed

Listing & Financials

Property Taxes
$9,689 / Annually
Days on Market
0
MLS #
24210678
MLS Status
Active

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Listed By

Edward Lawton

(203) 687-3735

iHeart Homes Real Estate LLC

(203) 433-2007

This information is believed to be accurate, but without warranty.

The IDX display contains information sourced from SmartMLS, Inc. as of 10/2/2026. This information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing or leasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS, the listing broker, the listing agent, or Matt Caiola. Buyers and tenants should independently verify all information that matters to their decision.

Map locations may be approximate. Any offer of compensation, if applicable, is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. ©2026 Smart MLS, Inc. All rights reserved.

Data last updated on 10/2/2026 at 8:21 PM UTC.